BASIL, THYME COMPOUND BUTTER

Basil, Thyme Compound Butter image

Provided by chefmick

Time 5m

Yield 1 lb

Number Of Ingredients 6

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1 lb unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1/2 tablespoon sour cream
1 sheet wax paper

Steps:

Place oil, basil, thyme in food processor and give a few quick pulses to blend well without completely pureeing the herbs.
Cut butter into small chunks.
Place butter in bowl and add basil, thyme and sour cream.
Using a fork mix herbs and sour cream into butter.
Spread butter onto wax paper in a thick line.
Fold wax paper over butter and roll into a tube.
chill for at least two hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3509.1, Fat 396.5, SaturatedFat 237.6, Cholesterol 979.2, Sodium 55.7, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 4.3